Mobile phone directory

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Grinder replied

9 June 2009, 22:07
I heard this described on the radio today. Apparently, they have managed to create a database from information that is already available.

You phone up the new service and ask for someone's mobile number - if they have the number they will then phone the person and ask if they want to be connected to you. Only if the recipient agrees do they connect you. I am not sure you even get the mobile number.

As the original caller you pay 50p + 40p per minute - usual extortionate 118-type charges.
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Incognito started a topic Mobile phone directory

9 June 2009, 20:53
Mobile phone directory

http://www.theregister.co.uk/2009/06...nectivity_ico/

The UK data watchdog has given the green light to a controversial directory of millions of mobile phone numbers, which launches next week.

Now that's annoying. Luckily a little bit of research:

http://www.118800.co.uk/privacy-policy.html

8. Becoming ex-directory
You can become ex-directory by texting the letter ‘E’ to 118800 from the mobile phone that you want to be made ex-directory. Standard network charges apply. Or you can call us on 118 800 or 0800 138 6263 from the phone you want to be made ex-directory. But remember that 0800 calls will be charged by your mobile phone company. The first time 118 800 contacts you please note that you will be sent an SMS reminding you about how to become ex-directory. Please allow 4 weeks for your details to be made ex-directory

Job's a good one.
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